Darin Batchelder's Multifamily Real Estate Investing Show

Have you ever wondered about the difference between receiving a pension vs building wealth through real estate investing?

Tom Lafferty has invested in approximately 25 multifamily properties, including 10 syndications and approximately 4,000 units as a general partner. Tom spent 23 years as a firefighter and retired as a Captain of a Station in the DFW area. He started real estate investing in 2012 and shares his experience and also discusses the difference in wealth building when comparing his firefighter pension to his multifamily investments.

In this interview we discuss everything from how he got started investing in real estate, why he chose multifamily over single-family homes, what are some of the biggest challenges that come along with breaking into the large scale multifamily investing space, and how he selects deals to invest in. This is one episode you won't want to miss!
For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/firefighter-pension

Are you looking to build a valuable leadership platform?

Gary Lipsky built several successful leadership platforms that include webinars, online conferences, a podcast, and a best-selling book. He leveraged his previous experience building an education platform that catered to the needs of 9,000 children. Gary is invested in 5 multifamily properties as a general partner with over 400 units. His leadership platforms are focused on multifamily operations.

If you want to know how Gary Lipsky created his own successful leadership platforms then listen to this episode! For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/leadership-platform

Do you want to be a connector and influential in multifamily real estate?

You can learn how from Eric Upchurch, a successful business owner and real estate investor. He and his team built an education platform with over 30,000 members and over 90% engagement. Eric learned early in life that he was gifted with the power of being a connector and being influential to others. Listening and meeting member needs are the group's primary focus.

Listen to learn how Eric and his team help meet the financial freedom needs of its military members. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/be-connector

Do you want to achieve fantastic freedom of time?

Steve Louie is an entrepreneur and real estate investor who achieved fantastic freedom of time. He's invested in over 3,000 units including 8 properties in Arizona as a General Partner. Steve went from cubicle to corner office to full-time real estate investor. Steve believes his journey is life-changing and wants to help others do the same.

You'll learn how Steve was able to achieve this success by investing in apartments and what it takes for you too! If you're looking for an alternative way of living your life then listen to this episode! This could be the best decision you ever make! For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/freedom-of-time

Do you want to learn how to "own your life?"

Elisa is a real estate investor who built a portfolio of over 1,700 units. She started with humble beginnings raised in China in a 400 square ft apartment. She was a computer engineer prior to becoming a full time real estate investor and wants people to learn how she maximizes returns for investors.

Listen to this episode to learn how to get started in real estate investing, how to partner and scale your business and how to build trust and maximize returns for investors!
For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/own-your-life

Do you want to learn how to invest in multifamily properties?

Rebecca Moore is a successful real estate investor with over 2,000 units. She started out with single family homes and then scaled up into multifamily. She and her husband, Warren, now own three properties with over 300 units as general partners. Rebecca’s story of success will inspire you to take action!

You can start your journey today by following Rebecca's powerful determination and persistence. She shares how she hired a mentor, learned to underwrite, built relationships with brokers and investors and visited many properties to help them win their first deal. Listen and learn from Rebecca's success in this episode!

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/determination-and-persistence

Are you looking to learn from a marketing veteran?

John Casmon is a 15 year marketing veteran who worked on major accounts such as GM and then leveraged his marketing skills delivering success in the multifamily industry. He's partnered with investors on more than 900 units valued at over $90 million. John has a focus on helping others learn to be successful and hosts a popular podcast called Target Market Insights, Multifamily Marketing.

From understanding your target market, creating compelling content, building relationships with investors, and much more - this is the episode for you! For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/real-estate-marketing-ideas

Are you looking for creative tips to maximize real estate operations of your multifamily property?

Mike Woodfield is a partner with Obsidian Capital which manages over 2,000 multifamily units. Mike’s focus is on the operations of the business. He shares creative tips on where to focus and how to best manage operations for multifamily properties. A lot can happen after acquiring multifamily assets, so knowing how to manage CAPEX dollars and unforeseen situations that arise are key in maximizing the property’s net operating income.
For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/real-estate-operations

Damion Lupo is a serial entrepreneur. His current passion is helping others achieve financial freedom and maximizing their wealth by taking advantage of the benefits of the eQRP. He saw the impact of his parents not being prepared financially and he wants to get the word out so others take control of their finances and maximize their wealth.

The eQRP has many advantages that help you maximize your wealth, including tax-deferred growth, tax savings compared to SD IRAs and protection from creditors in case in case of a lawsuit later in life. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/eqrp

Do you want to learn how to raise capital for real estate?

Hunter Thompson has been in the business of raising capital for over 8 years and raises millions of dollars from investors for each project he gets involved with. He's learned what works and what doesn't. He's learned how to build trust with investors. And the best of all is that he openly shares his knowledge in his book Raising Capital For Real Estate!

Hunter will teach you everything about raising money for your next project. You will learn how to attract investors to you rather than searching for investors!

Listen in as Hunter shares his story and his tips and advice to help you achieve your capital raising goals!

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://darinbatchelder.com/raising-capital-for-real-estate